At a Glance
- Total Vacancies
- 41,424 Posts
- Post Name
- 02/2025
- Eligibility
- Class 10th (Matriculation) Pass
- Age Limit
- 18 to 30 Years (as on 01/07/2025)
- Exam / Result Date
- 25 to 27 April 2026
- Application Last Date
- 17 December 2025
- Application Start Date
- 17 November 2025
Quick Summary
Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board (UPPRPB) will release the UP Police Home Guard Admit Card 2026 3 days before the exam. Check exam city details now.
Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board (UPPRPB) is the designated state authority responsible for executing recruitment and promotional processes for various posts within the Uttar Pradesh Police Department, including Constables, Sub-Inspectors, and Home Guards. Its official recruitment portal is uppbpb.gov.in.
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Overview
UP Police Home Guard Admit Card 2026 and Exam City details have been officially announced by the Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board (UPPRPB) for a massive 41,424 Home Guard vacancies. Applications were open from 17 November 2025 to 17 December 2025 at uppbpb.gov.in. The minimum qualification required is a Class 10 (Matriculation) pass. The application fee was ₹400 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹300 for SC/ST candidates. Candidates can now check their allotted exam cities, with the full admit card becoming available 3 days before their respective exam dates scheduled between 25 and 27 April 2026.
This historic recruitment drive for 41,424 UP Police Home Guards offers a monumental employment opportunity for matric-pass candidates in the state, significantly bolstering the auxiliary police force strength.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment & Promotion Board (UPPRPB) |
| Advt. No. | 02/2025 |
| Exam Name | UP Police Home Guard Enrollment Recruitment 2025-2026 |
| Post Name(s) | UP Police Home Guards |
| Total Vacancies | 41,424 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 17 November 2025 |
| Application Last Date | 17 December 2025 |
| Application Fee | ₹400 (Gen/OBC/EWS); ₹300 (SC/ST) |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 Years (as on 01/07/2025) |
| Min. Qualification | Class 10th (Matriculation) Pass |
| Exam Date | 25 to 27 April 2026 |
| Admit Card Status | Available 3 Days Before Exam |
| Official Portal | uppbpb.gov.in |
Source: Official UP Police Home Guard Notification (Advt. No. 02/2025), UPPRPB.
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Important Dates & Full Schedule
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 17 November 2025 Done |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 17 December 2025 Done |
| Correction Date | 18 to 21 December 2025 Done |
| Exam City Available | 18 April 2026 Released |
| Admit Card Available | 3 Days Before Exam |
| Exam Date | 25 to 27 April 2026 Upcoming |
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Post |
|---|---|
| UP Police Home Guards | 41,424 |
Candidates can refer to the official District Wise Vacancy PDF on the UPPRPB portal for an exact breakdown across different districts of Uttar Pradesh.
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹400/- |
| SC / ST | ₹300/- |
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit for UP Police Home Guard 2026
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| All Categories (Base) | 18 Years | 30 Years |
Age limit is calculated strictly as on 01 July 2025. Age relaxation applies extra as per UP Police Home Guard Recruitment Rules.
Educational Qualification
- UP Police Home Guards: Candidates must have passed the Class 10th (Matriculation) Examination from any recognized Board in India.
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Physical Standard Test (Height, Chest & Weight)
The Physical Standard Test (PST) is a mandatory qualifying stage. Candidates failing to meet these minimum standards will be disqualified.
| Category | Height (Male) | Chest (Male) | Height (Female) | Weight (Female) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gen / OBC / SC | 168 cm | 79 – 84 cm | 152 cm | Min. 40 kg |
| ST Candidates | 160 cm | 77 – 82 cm | 147 cm | Min. 40 kg |
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Selection Process
The selection process for UP Police Home Guard 2026 consists of multiple stages to ensure the candidate's fitness for the auxiliary force:
- Written Examination (OMR Based): An objective-type test covering General Knowledge, Hindi, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning.
- Physical Standard Test (PST) & Document Verification: Measurement of height, chest, and verification of original certificates.
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET): A running test to evaluate endurance.
- Final Merit List & Medical Exam: Selection based on written exam marks and successful clearance of the medical test.
UP Police Home Guard Admit Card 2026 – How to Download
The UPPRPB has activated the Exam City intimation link. The full admit card will be available 3 days prior to your specific exam date. Follow these steps to check your city and download the admit card:
- Visit the Official Portal: Open the UPPRPB official website at uppbpb.gov.in or hgupexam2025.com.
- Find the Admit Card Link: Click on the notice/link titled "UP Police Home Guard Exam City Intimation / Admit Card 2026".
- Enter Login Credentials: Input your Registration Number and Date of Birth. (Use the 'Forgot Registration Number' link if needed).
- Solve Captcha: Enter the security text displayed on the screen and click 'Login'.
- Check Exam City: Your exam city slip will be displayed. Note that this is NOT the admit card.
- Download Admit Card: Login exactly 3 days before your exam date to download the actual hall ticket with the exam center address. Print a clear hard copy.
Exam City Released: 18 April 2026 | Admit Card: 3 Days Before Exam
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Exam Syllabus & Paper Pattern
The UP Police Home Guard exam is an OMR-based written test. The board has released a Sample OMR Sheet to help candidates practice correctly. The syllabus generally encompasses General Hindi, General Knowledge & Current Affairs, Numerical Ability, and Mental Aptitude. Candidates must review the official UP Police Home Guard Syllabus PDF for topic-wise details to perform well.
UP Police Home Guard 2026 – Official Links & Notification PDF
| Resource | Direct Link |
|---|---|
| Download Admit Card / Check Exam City Details | Click Here |
| Find Registration Number | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card / Exam City Notice | Download PDF |
| Download Sample OMR Sheet / Instruction | Download PDF |
| UPPRPB Official Website | uppbpb.gov.in |
